Rinku Singh created history even in KKR’s defeat, made a big record by defeating Russell

Rinku Singh: The excitement of Indian Premier League 2026 continues. In the sixth match of the tournament, Kolkata team had to face defeat by 65 runs at the hands of Hyderabad. This is KKR’s second consecutive defeat in this league. However, despite facing defeat against Hyderabad, KKR’s star finisher and vice-captain Rinku Singh has created history. He has registered a big record in his name by leaving Andre Russell behind.

Rinku Singh broke Russell’s record

Kolkata Knight Riders vice-captain Rinku Singh has registered the record of taking most catches for KKR in IPL. Earlier this record was in the name of Andre Russell. Let us tell you, Rinku has recorded this feat in the 61st match while playing for KKR. Rinku has taken a total of 42 catches so far for Kolkata, while Russell has the record of taking 40 catches.

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The condition of the match was like this

In this match played between Kolkata and Hyderabad at Eden Gardens, Kolkata team had to face a crushing defeat by 65 runs. In this match, Sunrisers Hyderabad team lost the toss and batted first and scored 226 runs by losing 8 wickets in 20 overs. In reply, Ajinkya Rahane and company were all out for 161 runs in 16 overs.

Heinrich Klaasen scored the most runs for Hyderabad. He played an important role in taking his team to a big score by playing an explosive inning of 52 runs. At the same time, Angkrish Raghuvanshi scored the maximum runs for KKR. He played a stormy inning of 52 runs in 29 balls with the help of 6 fours and 2 sixes. But he could not lead his team to victory.